Section R18-5-219. Water Depths  


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  • A.       Except as provided in subsection (B), the minimum water depth in the shallowest area of a public or semipublic swim- ming pool shall be 2 feet. The maximum water depth in the shallowest area of a public or semipublic swimming pool shall be 3 feet. In public swimming pools, where racing lanes termi- nate, the minimum depth shall be 5 feet from the water level to the point where the vertical wall is radiused to join the floor.

    B.       The Department may approve a depth of less than 2 feet in a wading pool or to allow a zero depth entry swimming pool.

    C.       The maximum water depth in a public or semipublic spa shall be 42 inches, measured from the water level.

Historical Note

Adopted effective February 19, 1998 (Supp. 98-1).